Blasts rocked the southern half of Thailan, including the popular tourist resorts of Patong on the island of Phuket and Phang Nga.

As a result British tourists in Thailand are being told to “exercise extreme caution”. The Foreign Office’s updated travel advice has warned against “all but essential travel” in southern provinces due to the terror threat.

The Government has issued an update in reaction to the army coup, which says: "We strongly advise you to stay indoors, avoid public places, in particular demonstrations, and remain vigilant.

"Avoid areas of conflict and take sensible precautions if you are in the vicinity of any military or security forces. Roadblocks are in place in some areas. There are reports that social media websites are blocked."

It also advises against all but essential travel to Sirnak, Mardin, Sanliurfa, Gaziantep, Diyarbakir, Kilis and Hatay provinces and Siirt, Tunceli and Hakkari.

The Foreign Office has warned of a "high threat of terrorism" in France since last November's attacks in Paris, with warnings reiterated after the Nice atrocity.

Its advice says: "The French government has declared a period of national mourning for three days, and has cancelled a number of public events around France planned for the coming days, closed a number of the public beaches in and around Nice, and implemented some traffic restrictions.

"If you’re concerned about any British national who may have been caught up in the attack, please call the Foreign and Commonwealth Office on +44 (0)20 7008 0000."

All this leaves us questioning, where in the world is still safe for our summer holidays?

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But if you still want to get away this summer there are plenty of alternative destinations with low threat levels.

Here is an extensive list of countries that you might want to reconsider and peaceful places you can visit instead.

HIGH-THREAT:Turkey

There is a high threat from terrorism which shares a border with war-torn Syria and Iraq, where death cult Islamic State are waging war. Attacks could be indiscriminate and could affect places visited by foreigners. There have been warnings that Brits on Turkey's beaches could be at risk.

SAFE ALTERNATIVE:Hungary

Historic cities such as Budapest are full of architectural beauty and further afield, the European country offers stunning countryside.

There is a low threat from terrorism in Hungary, but you should be aware of the risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be in public areas, including in places frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.

There is considered to be a heightened threat of terrorist attack globally against UK interests and British nationals, from groups or individuals motivated by the conflict in Iraq and Syria. You should be vigilant at this time.

This information was correct at the time of publication. For more information go to gov.uk/foreign-commonwealth-office

The FCO reports there is currently a high threat from terrorism in Spain. Attacks could be indiscriminate including in places visited by foreigners.

The Spanish authorities are taking measures to protect visitors but the FCO advises you should be vigilant and follow the instructions of the local authorities.

After last November's attacks in Paris and Thursday night's atrocity in Nice, France is classed as highly at risk from terrorism.

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SAFE ALTERNATIVE: Switzerland

With lush green rolling hills, snow-capped mountains and crystal clear lakes, Switzerland is a great place to spend the summer.

The FCO has also listed the European country as having a low threat from terrorism.

British nationals made 711,595 visits to Switzerland in 2014. Most visits were recorded as trouble-free.

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HIGH-THREAT: Thailand

This is one of our favourite tourist destinations where over 900,000 visit every year.

But last year two backpacking Brits were killed on September 15 on the island of Koh Tao.

Burmese migrant workers arrested for the crime are due to stand trial in July, however some believe the real killers are still at large.

On February 1, there were also two explosions at the Siam station of Bangkok's Skytrain (BTS) system, near the entrance to the Siam Paragon shopping mall resulting in one person being injured.

Then on April 10, a car bomb exploded in the underground car park of the Central Festival shopping mall in Bho Phut on the island of Koh Samui.

Seven people were injured in the explosion, including one foreigner.

Currently the FCO advise against all but essential travel to the provinces of Pattani, Yala, Narathiwat and Songkhla on the Thai-Malaysia border.

In addition they warn against all travel to the Preah Vihear (Khaoi Pra Viharn in Thai) temple area and the Ta Krabey/Ta Moan temple area located on the Thai-Cambodian border due to the presence of troops in the area and the risk of outbreaks of fighting.

SAFE ALTERNATIVE: Loas or Vietnam

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You can escape the tourist traps and follow the road less travelled in these alternative destinations.

With beautiful beaches, delicious food and stunning countryside they are both wonderful alternatives to Thailand.

There is a low threat from terrorism in Vietnam, but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be in public areas, including those frequented by foreigners.

There is considered to be a heightened threat of terrorist attack globally against UK interests and British nationals, from groups or individuals motivated by the conflict in Iraq and Syria. You should be vigilant at this time.

Although a world away from Indonesia, this idyllic destination is another beautiful beach retreat. It's a great place to kick-back with a cocktail and watch the sun go down.

Over 168,000 British nationals visited Barbados in 2013.

There is a low threat from terrorism in the eastern Caribbean country.

HIGH-THREAT: Egypt and Tunisia

Tunisia is understandably categorised as high risk status.

The terrorist attack at Port El Kantaoui at the Riu Imperial Marhaba, near Sousse on June 26, resulted in at least 30 Britons being killed in the incident.

A reinforced British Embassy team provided consular assistance to British nationals.

There are many areas advised against visiting by the FCO and if you travel to the interior of Tunisia, you should do so with a reputable tour guide.

There is also a high threat from terrorism in Egypt and the FCO advises against all travel to the Governorate of North Sinai due to the significant increase in criminal activity and continued terrorist attacks on police and security forces that have resulted in deaths.

The FCO believes that terrorists continue to plan attacks, with incidents targeting foreigners not ruled out.

SAFE ALTERNATIVE: Gambia

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"It's nice to be nice," is this country's national motto.

Within six-hours you can fly to a tropical paradise among English-speaking locals.

And with white sandy beaches, tropical rainforests and a flurry of wildlife including baboons and tropical birds, there is something for everyone.

There is a low threat from terrorism in Gambia, but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks, which could occur in public areas, including those visited by foreigners.

HIGH-THREAT: Israel and Lebanon

There are heightened tensions in Israel, brought about by rocket attacks from Gaza into Israel and Israeli airstrikes on Gaza increase the risk of retaliatory terrorist attacks in Israel.

As a result, the FCO advises against all travel to Gaza, the Sheba'a Farms and Ghajjar along the border with Lebanon (the Blue Line) and east of Route 98 along the Syrian border.

The FCO advises against all but essential travel to all other parts of Israel within 5km of the Israeli/Lebanese border.

There are currently no-go zones in Lebanon, particularly along the borders of Syria and Israel and along the part of the capital Beirut.

SAFE ALTERNATIVE: Iceland

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Although a million miles away from the deserts of Isreal and Lebanon, Iceland is the perfect spot for the more adventurous traveller.

You can relax in hot springs, skidoo across glaciers and go whale watching on the picturesque island.